Expat Relocation & NIE Malaga Guidance
Moving to Malaga? We advise on and help prepare your visa and residency applications — you file them yourself.
Expatly360 is a Málaga-based relocation consultancy, founded in 2020, for people moving to Spain. We help with the NIE number, long-term visas (digital nomad, non-lucrative, work), the TIE residency card, health insurance, a bank account and the padrón registration. We assess your case, prepare and check your documents and walk you through the appointments; you file the application yourself. We work with clients across Málaga, the Costa del Sol and the rest of Spain, and with clients abroad who are preparing to come here.
NIE Number Spain Paperwork • English Speaking Team
Professional Spain Visa Help
Residency & NIE Application Advice Costa del Sol
Ask us anything about Spain relocation. We advise on everything from NIE Malaga paperwork to TIE cards and Padrón registration. One stop shop for your move. You can view our plans and pricing to get started today.
Disclaimer: Expatly360 provides relocation advice and document preparation guidance. We are not a law firm, attorney, notary, or accredited representative. We do not provide legal advice, legal representation, or act on your behalf with government agencies. We help you understand and prepare your own applications. Where specialist legal expertise is required, we connect you with qualified lawyers (in Spain: *abogados*) and registered administrative representatives (*gestores*) who specialize in your case area. These independent professionals can act on your behalf with government agencies if needed.
NIE Application Advice
Advice and document preparation for your NIE application — you file it yourself
Spain Visa Application Advice
Guidance on Digital Nomad, Non-Lucrative, Student and Work visa applications
Residency Application Advice
EU and non-EU residency application advice and document preparation
TIE Card Application Advice
TIE card application advice — guidance on requirements and document prep
Spanish Nationality Advice
Citizenship application guidance and exam preparation advice
Padrón Registration Advice
Padrón registration guidance and document preparation
Spanish Bank Account Opening
Spanish bank account opening
Health Insurance Spain
Medical, home, and vehicle insurance setup
Expat Relocation Services
Electricity, water, and internet setup
Vehicle Registration Advice
Vehicle registration advice and document preparation
Global Reach
Moving to Malaga from Around the World
Whether you are looking to relocate to Spain from UAE, move to Spain from USA, or Brexit move to Spain from the UK, our Malaga-based team offers local know-how.
Middle East
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Dubai
Relocation to Spain from UAE and Dubai. Specialized paperwork for Saudi citizens and investors.
USA
Florida & Nationwide
Helping Americans move to Spain from USA with retirement visa paperwork and digital nomad requirements.
Europe
UK, Germany, France
Move to Spain from UK after Brexit. NIE application support for EU citizens and German residency paperwork.
Why Choose Expatly360
Spain Residency Advice for Expats
We help customers from all over the world with their move to Spain. We advise on your Spain paperwork — preparing documents for you to file. Learn more about us and our local roots.
Save Precious Time
We help you avoid bureaucratic delays.
Cost-Effective Solutions
Sidestep unnecessary expenses with our one stop shop Spain residency.
Peace of Mind
Our expat Spain team advises at every step.
Local Insights
Benefit from native knowledge in Malaga, Marbella, and Costa del Sol.
How It Works
Four steps, no surprises
The same process for a NIE number, a visa and a TIE card. You always know what happens next, what it costs, and what we need from you.
- Step 1
A free 10-minute intro
Tell us what you are moving to Spain for and where you are stuck. We reply within one business day with a short call, at no cost and with no obligation.
- Step 2
Scope and price, agreed up front
You get the exact scope of the work, the documents we will prepare and the hours it takes — before anything starts. We work at an agreed hourly rate, so there are no surprises on the invoice.
- Step 3
We prepare, you file
We check your documents, complete and translate what is missing, and hand you a file that is ready to submit. You file the application yourself — with the consulate or the office in Spain.
- Step 4
Appointments and follow-up
We tell you which cita previa to book, what to bring, and what the officer is likely to ask. After submission we keep you posted on the expediente until you have your NIE or your TIE.
The official sources
The rules behind these steps are set by Spanish and European authorities, not by us. We link to the primary source for every topic, so you can check what applies to your case.
- Visas and consular servicesMinisterio de Asuntos Exteriores
- Entering and living in Spain as a non-EU nationalYour Europe — European Union
- Foreigners' procedures: NIE, TIE, renewalsSede Electrónica de la Administración General del Estado
- Social Security registrationMinisterio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones
- Legalisation and apostille of foreign documentsMinisterio de Asuntos Exteriores
Questions
The questions we get most
Straight answers about the process. If yours is not here, ask us — we reply within one business day.
What does Expatly360 do for me, exactly?
We are a Málaga-based relocation consultancy. We assess your case, prepare and check your documents, and walk you through the appointments — you file the application yourself with the consulate or with the office in Spain. We are not a law firm and we do not act in front of the authorities on your behalf.
Which Spanish visa is right for me?
It depends on where your income comes from. Remote workers and freelancers usually look at the digital nomad visa; retirees and holders of passive income at the non-lucrative visa; people with a Spanish job at a work or highly qualified professional visa; and spouses and children at family reunification. The exact requirements are set by the consulate you apply to.
How do I get a NIE number in Spain?
You need a cita previa at the National Police. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens register directly; non-EU nationals normally register as part of the foreigner registration (extranjería) once their long-term visa has been granted. We prepare the paperwork and tell you exactly which appointment to book.
Do I need a NIE number before I apply for a visa?
No. Long-term visas are applied for at the Spanish consulate in the country where you live, and the NIE is a separate step after you are in Spain. A NIE number is what you need for the TIE card, the padrón registration, a bank account and most administrative procedures.
What documents will I need?
Usually a valid passport, proof of employment or income, a social security number, private health insurance, a criminal record certificate that has been legalised or apostilled, and the application form for the residence authorisation. The exact list depends on your visa and on your consulate.
How much does it cost, and how long does it take?
We work at an hourly rate that we agree with you before any work starts, so there are no surprises. A digital nomad or non-lucrative application is usually processed within 20 to 45 days; the timing is in the hands of the consulate, and we keep you posted in the meantime.
Next Step
One call, and you know where you stand
Tell us where you are in the process — before you have an NIE, while you wait for a consulate, or after you have arrived. We will tell you honestly what the next step is, whether that is with us or on your own.